The Alchemist Edinburgh in Edinburgh, City of

Must try the cheat day and Matilda cake (signature). Not heavy and perfect sweet. Excellent taste.

The best restaurant I have seen in Edinburgh, friendly service, halal food, excellent service, not allowing dogs to enter is also one of the restaurant's features, good prices

The place is nicely designed and feels fancy. The food itself is decently priced and the quality is quite good. The hot chocolate was excellent and worth the price! The coffees were also good but a bit more pricey.

The service was great today! It was my friends birthday and they made sure it was celebrated and took some lovely pictures of us. They also accomdated to our preferences which was nice. The dessert was so so good, we enjoyed it so much. Highly recommend the pistachio stack pancakes!!!

The chocolate fountain is the best

Amazing it’s like being In the Dubai mall!

Super nice dessert cafe, very friendly service and smart decor. We had their San Sebastian cheesecake, which was honestly excellent. Such a unique texture and flavour. And I really liked their white choc cookie dough.

Nice atmosphete and decor. The huge menu was a bit overwhelming. The French toast was decent (but I prefer it gooey). Cookie dessert was very good but the star was the excellent San Sebastian cheesecake. Service was good despite being full.

Bad service, slow when there was not that many tables in. We asked to sit on a booth and they said "sorry, that's for big parties" although there was a party of two sitting on one of the booths already.

Very amazing clean place! Food is always great, staff are very polite and efficient. 5 stars all round.

Took my mum here for a birthday brunch via Groupon, we hadn't visited before and wanted to try a new place in Edinburgh. We were pleasantly surprised; the location and view is fantastic (I would request the main window seat for a special occasion), the food was good, and the service was memorably positive. Service goes a long way, and the maitre d' was very polite and professional. I look forward to returning in the future because it this.

I love going to Haute Dolci. The staff are so lovely.

Love haute dolci it feels very high end , food great , service very good and love the surroundings Been a few times now , once with our 2 year old granddaughter who the staff gave her a little ice cream whilst we waited for food such lovely smiley caring staff Can recommend the berry pancakes so so good 😋

Great food and amazing service I will be returning

Went for breakfast with the husband and it was lovely, staff very attentive, overall just amazing and definitely recommend.

Lovely clean restaurant with great food and amazing quick service!

Haute dolci is the only place I’ll ever eat waffles! They are made just perfectly - light and fluffy. I have been many times and always go back.

Legendary experience. Great services and food! Highly recommended!!!

I had a wonderful experience here! The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and welcoming. It was my boyfriend’s birthday, and they kindly brought a candle to celebrate, which was a lovely touch. They were so accommodating throughout our visit. The place, including the bathroom, was spotless, super clean, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend this spot – it’s peaceful, with a comfortable atmosphere that’s perfect for families, friends, and couples alike.

I would say, it looks better than it tastes. The service was very good and the interior is more pompous then stylish and elegant. The deserts are looking pompous as well but the taste is so primitive. If you are looking for a really sophisticated deserts it's not the right place. People working there are very nice though and the service was perfect.

amazing food, staff very attentive and polite!

This place is dramatically excellent. I have tried in Manchester and Edinburgh and never fail to provide the same taste and ambience. Staff is great as well. Tried croffles and Matilda cake, both were excellent. Preciously, I have tried cakes, waffles 🧇, and shakes. Excellent place for dessert.

It was the worst egg benedict i’ve ever had, the beef tasted horrible, also they put old brown lettuce under the egg and sauce (hoping we won’t notice I guess). Food was cold, coffee was cold. We did complain about old salad, received an apology for that and then we saw kitchen staff bringing in fresh lettuce after our comment. I wish I’ve taken some pictures to show how brown and soggy it was. Basque cheesecake was nice and the guy who served us was really friendly, although he didn’t take any actions to resolve the issue. Anyways won’t return, after the complain we still paid full price for cold egg Benedict with old lettuce and weird tasting beef, it was definitely not them trying to rectify the situation in any way.

Went there with my family and got desserts they tested very good. The staff was also very friendly. I would recommend.

Wonderful to find a resturant that has gluten free vegan desserts! Delicious food and great service from Majid

Really nice the desserts was really nice the chocolate sinner was delicious nice amount pf chocolate and perfect bread

I was charged twice and been calling and emailing since monday with no respond!!!??? Such a bad experience!!! Send me back my refund!!!!! On Sunday afternoon, my friends and I visited your Glasgow location, and our total bill came to £86 and some pence. I paid £39.90, and my friend covered the remaining amount of around £46. My payment was processed first, and it was confirmed as approved. However, when my friend attempted to pay, they received an "unauthorised" message. At this point, another staff member came to assist and informed us that neither of our payments had gone through, including mine, despite the previous confirmation. I explained that my payment had already been approved, but the staff member insisted that it hadn’t, stating that it was pending. After contacting my bank, I was informed that the payment is no longer pending, and the amount has been debited from my account. They advised me to contact you directly to request a refund, as they cannot recall the payment. I would appreciate it if you could review this situation and issue a refund for the £39.90 as soon as possible, as I should not have been charged twice. The card machine indicated that my payment was authorised, and it’s not my responsibility if there was an error on your system. I have attached screenshots for your reference. Please address this matter promptly, as I am quite disappointed with the experience.

Amazing and friendly service from the staff! Well looked after. Waffle was on point and would definitely come back again.

Wonderful in every sense of the word, the place is 100% clean, the place smells amazing, and the waiter Majid is very classy and respectful. I highly recommend it 🤍✨

Beautiful restaurant! Food and service 10/10! So many options to choose from and all look amazing! Great value for money also! Will definitely be back! Thank you! :)

We come with a friend for the second time and we really like the atmosphere, design, and food Today I ordered granola, very tasty and high quality We were also given waffles with Nutella as a gift, a very pleasant evening thanks to your establishment 🩷

The place is beautiful and luxurious, and I tried the lotus cake, which was light and a little sugary

Had a lovely time at Haute Dolci in Edinburgh, with a great location overlooking Princes Street. The venue has a wonderful atmosphere, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The desserts were beautifully presented and tasted good. However, I think the mango shake could be better. That said, I'd still recommend this place for the ambiance and service 👌🏻

Had the best waffles here! Super fresh!

Located conveniently in St James Quarter, Haute Dolci offers premium service for deserts and has a good range of deserts. Owner is very accommodating and would visit again

They have delicious passion fruit ice cream and the waffle is excellent, but the one next to me was not even and looked delicious. The place is spacious and explained.. The one who works on ice cream is called Saneem, and his treatment is very sophisticated

Thank you Majed, great service and great smile.

One of the best tea and coffee place in Scotland

We order just 1/2 an hour ago from delivero app when I complained they making excuses.Drink was so bad not in drinkable form . Its look like expired.

Great service by Majid and the food was nice.

Beautiful venue in the heart of Edinburgh city overlooking princess street. Had a lovely time with friends and great hospitality and service by Majid, who served us with a friendly demeanor. The desserts were elegantly presented and tasted as great as they looked.

**UPDATE** Decided to give this place another try. It was WORST than before! Milk cake came out still frozen in the middle and frozen ice in the milk. Spoke to female manager, who advised that ALL DESSERTS ARE FROZEN, apart from crepes/pancakes & waffles! Such a high price for frozen desserts? Total waste of money and time visiting! Staff are just messing around with their phones! The boys on the front (small & tall guy) need to sort out their hygiene! The weird disgusting smell really puts you off your food! Previously visited Perth store and did not have a good experience, thought we’d try out this branch as we were through Edinburgh. The food was amazing, shop is very nice and clean compared to Perth one. Some of the staff seem a little lost and the music was AWFUL! It was so loud that I was struggling to hear the person next to me. We asked to speak to the manager, the server went to get him and we were told he would be there shortly. After waiting for almost 25 minutes, we just left. I don’t think I would bother returning here, I think they have forgotten that it’s a diner and not a nightclub.

Elegant place , delicious sweets ,polite staff.. The sweets are just delicious We went there twice 😂.. I can’t comment anything on the food other than delicious and yummy 😫❤️✨…

Very nice and calm place with excellent view, food is very delicious and fresh. The service is extremely nice.

Pretty disappointed we came in for brunch with a baby and were sat at the worlds smallest table - we did ask to sit at a larger table as the restaurant was mostly empty but were told no, we then had brunch which was very average for what we paid the spicy hash - not spicy when we asked for spicy and my eggs were hard when asked for runny - the desserts may be better however wouldn’t come back for brunch again the restaurant is stunning and super clean

The place is beautiful and fabulous, and you deserve to have a good time. The dessert was delicious, the service was fast, and the atmosphere was pleasant

Horrible experience and service was not very good. Service charge and no service, i think not. Cashier tried to overcharge all every single one of us and was not polite in the slightest. Proper cheeky

Unbelievably don't take online bookings for solo diners. To avoid. R.e. their response - I have checked and their system still does not permit online bookings for one person. It's not a glitch. It's how they've chosen to set it up. Dishonest as well as hapless it appears.

Excellent!! Staff are very welcome and the sweets and cakes are delicious!!!! Nice non alcoholic coolers and very nice atmosphere!!

I don’t ever write reviews but honestly was really disappointed. I am a local in Edinburgh and have been waiting to go here for a while sadly this was not worth the wait, the service was so slow, I brought my family here because I thought it was great for such an occasion but honestly don’t. I had to ask for water twice and the drinks longer than the people’s food that arrived after us. The nutty coffee was good but nothing special. Was really hoping to come back here but don’t think I will be.

It was ok. What I had to eat was tasty but so overpriced. I've tried it, enjoyed it but wouldn't return.... mainly due to the cost.

i was waiting 20 minutes for a scoop of ice cream really bad service he made me wait for 5 minutes then told me i have to go pay first which i went and did then made me wait for another 15 minutes i was in a hurry and i told them the weren’t helpful nor understanding i got mad and left poor service

Was very disappointed with the Alchemist you are paying premium prices for poor quality cocktails have had better cocktails at half the price. Been there won't be back

The place is nice and spacious. I tried the waffles, they were delicious, the chocolate taste was excellent, and their service was fast.

We had a great wee visit here on a Tuesday afternoon after our shopping we needed a nice cocktail and that’s exactly what we got they were delicious, staff were very friendly and chatty. We had a good time and would happily return.

Habib was super friendly and was so helpful in helping us order during our Edinburgh visit! Fancy place too

We went for a friends birthday brunch to this place expecting to have a pleasant experience. We didn’t. We had to ask 4-5 times for the birthday sparkler and it came right when we were gonna get up to leave. The service wasn’t amazing, we got the wrong drinks. We had to ask multiple times for small things like water. The booth also felt a little cluttered for the 4 of us. The appetisers were fine, i got bruschetta which was described as toasted garlic bread but the bread didn’t taste like garlic at all and was rather underwhelming. (I have a stomach bug the next day now and i’m guessing it was from the stale feeling appetiser). The desserts were nice but too sweet to finish (a lot better than appetisers). The plating was quite nice though, they were lovely to look at. We also had two flies roaming near our table the entire time.

A day in a very nice cafe with a delicious Americano The café is lively, their service is great, and the atmosphere is amazing😍👌

Delicious food, worth the price. It definitely wasn't my last order. Thank you 😊

Waitress who seated us and took our order was so surprisingly and unnecessarily rude that we contemplated cancelling the order and walking out. Hadn't caught the service charge automatically added to Bill before paying or would have taken it off, as definitely not deserved for this woman's unnecessary attitude. First time going to the Edinburgh Haute Dolci and is nothing like the service experienced at another Haute Dolci down South. We chose here for a nice anniversary dessert treat expecting it to be the same, unfortunate this was the contrasting experience we had, though can see we're not alone in this regarding staff from other reviews! Brings the Haute Dolci reputation down. Food was ok, wasn't offered any sugar for our coffees.

Delicious lunch from fresh ingredients. I ordered hot chocolate as dessert. I must admit that it had an excellent taste, delicate, delicious and not too sweet. It was definitely not my last order, I will definitely visit this place too. Great contact with the customer, fast delivery. I highly recommend this place 😊

ABSOLUTE AMAZING EXPERIENCE GREAT SEEVICE GREAT DECOR STAFF WHERE SO POLITE AND HELPFUL PRICES BERY REASONABLE ONE OF THE BEST SPOTS IN THE CAPITAL FOR DESSERTS OR BRUNCH THANK YOU GUYS WAS MY WIFES BIRTHDAY AND SHE HAD THE BEST TIME - THEY EVEN SURPRISED US WITH A CANDLE WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CHOCOLATE OVER THEM WAS SO SWEET 🥹

The food was great- Incredible lattes and cheesecake. Majid was also so amazing with above and beyond service and care

Had my birthday celebrations here and Majid provided excellent customer service. Great desserts and a really nice atmosphere. Thanks again to Majid for making us feel so welcome at Haute Dolci

The San Sebastián was ok. The salted caramel ice cream/ gelato was bad and freezer burnt. The caramel cheesecake was way too sweet, just not good unfortunately. I couldn’t eat it. The service was decent. The vibe was nice enough.

Wow The Cocktail Making Experience with Peter was absolutely the best fun we have had in ages and made my gorgeous nieces 21st birthday truly memorable. Peter was the most perfect host and full of fun and encouragement in our family get together. Most of our efforts were pretty good bar a strange super limey Mai Tai in my corner lol (it's not easy gripping 2 bottles at the same time !) I would truly recommend you to book this for an afternoon of fun & gain knowledge in making cocktails (no mean feat) The DJ deserves a mention as his music selection was fab to accompany the experience. We would love to do it all again with friends and our sons and only if Peter was again our host. He is a credit to The Alchemist.

We had a lovely time at Haute Dolci Edinburgh! One of our friends had his birthday celebration and the host helped us sing happy birthday to him with a candle and our friend really enjoyed the surprise. Plus the desserts were delicious!

Came upon this Restaurant by chance and we are so glad we did. We ere a group of pensioners going to a garden party and required a light lunch. The choice was great and the food wonderful. Staff were so attentive and obliging, especially Niamh who took time to advise us on where to get a taxi. We enjoyed lunch so much we booked for dinner as well! Everything was perfect and made our visit to Edinburgh a memorable experience. Would definitely visit again and will advise family and friends to do the same. Thanks again everyone at The Alchemist.

It wasnrlt planned to come here to eat especially with such fussy eaters however the menu seemwd to cover all the bases and from the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out we couldn't fault the place, the staff especially the waitress with the blue bib with her friendliness and service. Even the kitchen deserve a mention cos they adjusted the meals to suit our needs and that's before we asked for gf and df meals. Overall a great experience and we would be more than happy to come back when we next visit edinburgh . For me it was a no fault found experience. Thank you

Delicious desserts and ice cream, they brought me a birthday candle, high prices.

I ordered the apple crumble with custard and a Ferrero cheesecake but the dessets were disappointing, definitely not what it was made out to be and I’d like a refund made as it was overpriced for what was ordered.. avoid at all costs. Literally.

Exceptional Food. Beautiful Atmosphere with 1st Class Service. Highly recommended 👌

unbelievably delicious 😋. wooow

Extraordinarily delicious, best quality ingredients... lovveddd it!!!:)

best place to get dessert in edinburgh hands down!

Awful service, no sugar for our tea and couldn’t get waiting staffs attention to get some. I had almost finished my savoury brunch course when my husbands finally arrived. We waited so long for service to order dessert we gave up and left. Almost 2 hours of our day taken up and we left hungry! Wasted my husbands first Father’s Day, defo won’t be back.

Stunning Desserts , beautifully presented Highly recommend

If you couldn’t tell by the fact that this place’s name is a mix of italian and french, this is one of the tackiest places in Edinburgh. This whole place feels like someone typed « fancy restaurant » on chatgpt and the result feels extremely off. The food felt like a 3am cheap dessert place except a milkshake here costs 10 pounds. If you have money to waste and you’re a fan of Fountain Desserts, this is the place for you. Otherwise, stay away.

Unacceptably long waiting time and then the wrong items were served.

We were only in Edinburgh for 2 days and got this twice!

I have had a few different desserts and would recommend the apple pie which is nice.. I highly recommend the treats!! You deserve it!!

Haute Dolci - Edinburgh: A Must-Visit Coffee Haven Haute Dolci in Edinburgh offers an exceptional coffee experience with its modern, cozy ambiance. The high-quality coffee, crafted with precision, caters to all tastes, and the delectable food and pastries, including options for various dietary preferences, are a perfect complement. The friendly and attentive staff enhance the welcoming atmosphere, making Haute Dolci a top destination for coffee lovers and anyone looking for a delightful escape. Highly recommended!

Great place.. friendly staff.. plenty of options!

Tons of dessert choices. Very hard to decide. We had a pot of tea (perfect for all the sweets), sticky toffee coffee, and slumber party cookie dough. The sweets r a bit too sweets for my taste. If u are used to American level sweetness u’ll be fine, though. Cookie dough and the Belgium milk chocolate are warm.

Need a better location. Travelled all the way from Manchester (not specifically for this) and could NOT find this place. Even using google maps. Word of advice, if you are from out of town, don’t even bother tryna find this place. Like a needle in a haystack

I really don't think this place is worth the hype. Small portions with high prices. The staff seem so miserable apart from the 2 gentlemen that were behind the counter. The thing that annoyed me the most was the woman that served us. She was so not interested in providing a service. To top it off she put a 10% service charge on our bill. At no point were we made aware that this was going to be added to our bill. I only realised after she took the payment. This is illegal as it wasn't conveyed to us upon entering the establishment nor during our time in it. No signs at the cash point either. I will be raising this with trading and standards. Not even a thank you as we left the store and the manager was standing right at the door.

Haute Dolci offers an extraordinary dessert experience. The variety and quality of the desserts are simply amazing, each one more delicious than the last. The presentation is impeccable, and every bite is a delight. A must-try is the San Sebastian, which is absolutely divine. The ambiance adds to the overall experience, making it a perfect spot for indulging in sweet treats.

Mashalla very nice thank you very much for MR majid everything was nice and tasty

Amendment to below review April 24 - was invited back for another meal here and service was much better. Food served promptly, polite courteous and attentive staff and overall a better experience than the first time. Thanks for the invite and I have amended the star ratings accordingly. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Start with positive, the food was good and well presented. Negatives though, service was terrible. Seated for 30 mins before order taken, serving staff seemed to not have a clue, dishes arrived at different times so when we got my daughters food everyone else was done. We saw one plate taken to another table in error and server just returned it to the pass where it sat for 10 more mins until the manager gave it to a guy sitting at the bar area right next to it. Kitchen staff unorganised with dishes going out to tables at different times. Pretty poor. Manager gave us 15%off and refunded 2 of the meals. For the price, I expected better. But again, food was good and for a one off treat it was fine but wouldn't rush back.

Haute Dolci in Edinburgh is hands down the best sweets restaurant we've ever found! 🍰✨ From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted by an elegant and cozy atmosphere that set the stage for an extraordinary dessert experience. The decor is chic and sophisticated, creating a perfect ambiance for indulging in some of the most exquisite desserts we've ever tasted. 🏠🍫 Their menu is a true testament to the art of dessert making. We were spoilt for choice with an indulgent array of options, from luxurious chocolate creations and decadent waffles to beautifully crafted pastries and creamy gelatos. 🍫🍩 Each dish is a masterpiece, not only in taste but also in presentation. The attention to detail is impeccable, making every bite a taste of pure bliss. 😋✨ The kids were absolutely thrilled with the creative and delicious treats. They couldn't get enough of the elaborate sundaes and chocolate-dipped delights. 🍨🍪 My wife and I savored the refined, gourmet flavors that Haute Dolci offers, each dessert better than the last. It was a joy to see our children so happy, their faces lighting up with every spoonful. 👧🧒❤️ Haute Dolci isn't just a restaurant; it's an experience that celebrates the joy and artistry of desserts. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that our visit was perfect in every way. The passion for quality and creativity shines through in every aspect, making it a standout destination for dessert lovers. 🌟👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 If you have a sweet tooth and find yourself in Edinburgh, Haute Dolci is an absolute must-visit. It's a place where dessert dreams come true, offering a luxurious and memorable dining experience. We made some of our sweetest memories here, and we can't wait to return. 🍰✨👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #HauteDolci #EdinburghEats #DessertLovers #FamilyTreats #SweetMemories

Be prepared to spend in excess of £80 if there are 4 of you. Staff very pleasant and professional. The portion sizes are massive, but we noticed a lot of wastage of people not finishing, particularly the chocolate fondue- and leaving quite full plates. I made the mistake of thinking I could share that with my 5 yr old. And bought my other kids a separate dessert and milkshakes. But really it could have done 4 of us. And i wouldn't have wasted so much money as my kids just couldn't eat or drink it all unfortunately. Possibly informing customers whilst ordering, that the fondue is rather large would save so much wastage? (Unless our dessert maker was feeling particularly generous on portion sizes that day!?) Nice, busy atmosphere.

The packaging is gorgeous! It really makes you feel like you’re eating a luxurious meal, on top of keeping the cold drinks and hot food separated and the food tasting amazing! Loved it!

It was a great first time visiting Haute Dolci! 😇 For anyone with a sweet craving, this place is ideal because of its sophisticated atmosphere and incredible dessert variety. They have everything from milkshakes to pancakes and fountains. Plus, the service was outstanding. 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳 We were greeted warmly by the staff, who also offered prompt and efficient assistance, and advices on different desserts. this place is somewhat costly and adds a service charge, together makes it quite pricey. The atmosphere and seating are wonderful, and we were able to have a wonderful evening by sitting beside the arc with a view of Waverly and Balmoral♥️. Haute Dolci is definitely worth going back to. 😊

Atmosphere is very nice, menu looks exciting and I enjoyed overall vibe of this place. However, it was hard to grab attention of the servicing staff. Another point is food. I enjoyed my waffles they were very fresh and tasty, but in my opinion cheesecakes are way overpriced here, it’s £10 for a small round cake.

Amazing waffles I have ever had❤️

Let's cut the waffle. Excellent food and excellent, respectful service. I had a toasted cheese sandwich followed by a delicious dessert consisting of waffles (this type of waffle is acceptable), ice cream, and strawberries. I thought I had ordered two lots by mistake, but it was really that large. Three thumbs up from the three of us.

It's OK but vastly over priced for what you get. Coffee very weak

We stopped in here on my wife’s birthday about 25 minutes before closing time, very hopefully to end an evening out with a nice dessert. Not only did the staff seat us, we were given a complimentary plate of chocolate covered strawberries. The desserts were delicious and the staff could not have been kinder!

Absolutely incredible, great place for a delicious treat, will definitely come back to try out more stuff from the menu. Incredible service and atmosphere x

Really enjoyed the amazing cocktails, lunch and friendly bar service. Booking essential but just a great experience.